Purpose–Theory is needed for a discipline to mature. This research aims to provide a
summary analysis of the theories being used in contemporary logistics and supply chain …

With continuous change in the global and domestic markets for TPL services, it becomes
imperative that both users and providers of TPL services equip themselves with the best in …

Contrasted with the unimodal road mode, multimodal transport is potentially more feasible
as it saves cost and lower environmental effect. This paper investigates freight transport and …

The globalization and the development of the economy as a process enable the creation of
a single market and in this process logistics is an important tool. A market with well …

The benefits that can be derived from effective purchasing have long been recognised in the
management literature. Despite a growing body of research on purchasing practices in small …

Purpose–This work aims to combine the perspectives of logistics‐service providers (LSPs)
and small and medium‐sized enterprises (SME) in the development of value‐added …

While many companies outsource their logistics functions, creating a collaborative
relationship with third‐party logistics service providers remains a challenge. The current …

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to demonstrate the non-academic impact in supply
chain management (SCM) research through the application of three distinctive approaches …

Over the last decade, a number of research studies have advocated the use of information
technology (IT) in different aspects of logistics and distribution operations. This study …

This study was designed to 1) identify essential purchasing skills for restaurant
management; 2) investigate how specific purchasing skills impact a more strategic approach …